Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
viscidula
ID:
84792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73(2): 74 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084121



Common Names

  • Vernonanthura viscidula
  • Viscidula
  • Vernonanthura


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia viscidula Less. [unknown]
  • Cacalia viscidula (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia corymbulosa Mart. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura viscidula (also called Viscid Vernonanthura, among many other common names) is an annual herb, native to Australia. It grows up to 40 cm tall and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura viscidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea, which is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonanthura viscidula is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura viscidula is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It needs to be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Vernonanthura viscidula

Vernonanthura viscidula is native to South America. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as the edges of forests and streams. It can also be found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Vernonanthura viscidula FAQ

What is the common name of Vernonanthura viscidula?

Viscid Vernonanthura

What type of soil does Vernonanthura viscidula prefer?

Well-drained soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Vernonanthura viscidula?

60-80°F

Species in the Vernonanthura genus

Vernonanthura lucida, Vernonanthura sambrayana, Vernonanthura phaeoneura, Vernonanthura fuertesii, Vernonanthura sinclairii, Vernonanthura almedae, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura hieracioides, Vernonanthura divaricata, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura squamulosa, Vernonanthura subverticillata, Vernonanthura cronquistii, Vernonanthura liatroides, Vernonanthura cuneifolia, Vernonanthura westiniana, Vernonanthura beyrichii, Vernonanthura puberula, Vernonanthura loretensis, Vernonanthura cichoriifolia, Vernonanthura cymosa, Vernonanthura fagifolia, Vernonanthura prenanthoides, Vernonanthura oligolepis, Vernonanthura laxa, Vernonanthura cabralensis, Vernonanthura chaquensis, Vernonanthura schulziana, Vernonanthura pinguis, Vernonanthura havanensis, Vernonanthura vinhae, Vernonanthura menthaefolia, Vernonanthura pseudonudiflora, Vernonanthura cordata, Vernonanthura ignobilis, Vernonanthura tuerckheimii, Vernonanthura buxifolia, Vernonanthura hintoniorum, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura cupularis, Vernonanthura petiolaris, Vernonanthura warmingiana, Vernonanthura lipeoensis, Vernonanthura paludosa, Vernonanthura serratuloides, Vernonanthura brasiliana, Vernonanthura tweedieana, Vernonanthura oligactoides, Vernonanthura discolor,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-40579: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.